Liverpool’s interest in Sporting Lisbon’s talented defender Goncalo Inacio has been a hot topic internally at the club in recent transfer windows, as well as in terms of media speculation. Despite the club’s keen interest, however, the deal did not materialise this summer as Liverpool ultimately didn’t end up strengthening with the signing of a new centre-back, even though it …

Juventus likely had the best transfer window among Italian clubs this summer, based on the quality of their new signings. The men in black and white transformed their squad to kick off Thiago Motta’s reign in style. This has contributed to a strong start to the season, as Motta is now working with far fewer players from the defensive-minded Max …

Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi has paid a heartfelt tribute to close friend Luis Suarez after he announced his retirement from the Uruguay national team. The Argentina icon called Suarez “unique” and expressed how much he admired him. Luis Suarez Announces Uruguay Retirement After 17 Years On Monday, September 2, Suarez announced he had decided to put an end to …

Match Preview Portugal and Croatia launch their Uefa Nations League 2024-25 campaigns by facing each other in League A at Lisbon’s Estadio da Luz on Thursday. The visitors reached the final of the competition in the previous edition in 2023-24, losing on penalties to Spain following a 0-0 draw. The Selecao, who lost 2-1 to Croatia in a friendly in …

September 4 – Fast-growing African online betting business SportyBet has agreed a multi-year sponsorship with LaLiga, adding to the Spanish leagues regional betting deals with M88 in Asia and RushBet in South America. SportyBet, launched in 2018 and posting the fastest growing gross gaming revenue of any region in the world, also has regional partnerships with Real Madrid and Manchester …

Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has praised Manchester United’s performance in the summer window, particularly the signing of young French centre-back Leny Yoro from Lille. Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside via the Daily Briefing, Romano described Yoro as a generational talent who should end up being a good signing for the Red Devils for the long term. Romano also felt positive …

Wales and Turkey are set to clash in their opening fixture of the UEFA Nations League at Cardiff. This match marks a new beginning for both teams as they aim to make a strong impression in the tournament. Wales, under the new leadership of Craig Bellamy, will be eager to bounce back after recent disappointments, while Turkey, managed by Vincenzo …

September 3 – England’s top flight has continued its strong attendance figures despite an uncharacteristic drop on just the second matchday of the season. Fans now face a two-week wait for the Premier League to return dues to the international break but look likely to continue their encouraging support as statistics suggest the division is beating its attendance tallies from …

Kosovo will face Romania in a UEFA Nations League clash at the Stadiumi Fadil Vokrri on 6th September 2024. This match is expected to be an intense encounter given both teams’ performances in their recent fixtures and their desire to climb the group standings. Kosovo will aim to capitalise on their home advantage, while Romania will look to build on …

September 4 – The Bulgarian Football Union (BFU) has fired the chairman of its Refereeing Commission, the Spaniard David Fernadez Borbalan (pictured). The BFU has also removed Petar Petrov, responsible for the introduction of VAR in Bulgaria, as well as the chief manager of referees in Bulgaria, Stoyan Alexiev. The three had lost the trust of the clubs who brought …